Conflict, ADHD, and RSD: Why It Feels So Personal and How to Navigate It

Conflict, ADHD, and RSD: Why It Feels So Personal and How to Navigate It

Conflict doesn’t always mean drama—and for ADHDers, it often starts inside our own heads.

In this episode of ADHD Eavesdrop, Janine VanStee sits down with returning guest Cheryl Dics to explore the deep connection between ADHD, emotional dysregulation, and Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD). From misunderstood texts to boundary-setting gone sideways, this conversation dives into how ADHD brains process conflict—and how curiosity and values-based reflection can help.

We talk about:

• How RSD can create conflict where none exists
• The role of perception and past trauma in emotional responses
• Why identifying core values (like fairness or honesty) can defuse tension
• Tools to pause, regulate, and respond more intentionally
• How conflict, when approached constructively, can deepen relationships

Whether you're a fellow ADHDer or someone who loves one, this episode offers compassionate insight and practical tools for navigating conflict without shame.

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Connect with Janine: jvansteeadhdlifecoaching.net

Connect with Cheryl: sigmawolfcoaching.com